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29 A man often reproved, hardening the neck, Is suddenly broken, and there is no healing.

In the multiplying of the righteous the people rejoice, And in the ruling of the wicked the people sigh.

A man loving wisdom rejoiceth his father, And a friend of harlots destroyeth wealth.

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29 Whoever remains stiff-necked(A) after many rebukes
    will suddenly be destroyed(B)—without remedy.(C)

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;(D)
    when the wicked rule,(E) the people groan.(F)

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,(G)
    but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.(H)

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